Jane Eyre

This timeless novel highlights the abuse and neglect that the orphaned Jane Eyre faced while growing up.

This story opens with Jane Eyre being shipped off to be cared for by her uncle Mr. Reed who lived at the Gateshead Hall. Her uncle was always kind to her but his wife, Sarah Reed was anything but. Sarah’s son John and Sarah’s two daughters also contributed to Jane’s torment. Jane was excluded from all family activities and found solace only in her books and dolls.

One day John knocked her down and she tried to defend herself. This earned her a traumatic lock up in the room where her uncle died. At one point, she thought that she could see his ghost and this so terrified the poor child that an apothecary had to be called in. The kind man advised Sarah Reed to send Jane off to boarding school and she was subsequently sent to Lowood.

Seen through Jane’s eyes, Lowood was only marginally better than Gateshead but at least she had friends there. The book will take you way back to the days of bumpy carriage rides and class discrimination. It is also a glimpse into some historical aspects of England centuries ago and the antiquated notions that were held at the time.

Charlotte Bronte tells an amazing story about a woman who faces issues of respect in an era when women were not permitted to stand up to society. Eventually Jane finds an employer that supports her but the shadowy and ominous Mr. Rochester, hides a dreadful secret that threatens Jane’s happiness.This timeless novel highlights the abuse and neglect that the orphaned Jane Eyre faced while growing up.

This story opens with Jane Eyre being shipped off to be cared for by her uncle Mr. Reed who lived at the Gateshead Hall. Her uncle was always kind to her but his wife, Sarah Reed was anything but. Sarah’s son John and Sarah’s two daughters also contributed to Jane’s torment. Jane was excluded from all family activities and found solace only in her books and dolls.

One day John knocked her down and she tried to defend herself. This earned her a traumatic lock up in the room where her uncle died. At one point, she thought that she could see his ghost and this so terrified the poor child that an apothecary had to be called in. The kind man advised Sarah Reed to send Jane off to boarding school and she was subsequently sent to Lowood.

Seen through Jane’s eyes, Lowood was only marginally better than Gateshead but at least she had friends there. The book will take you way back to the days of bumpy carriage rides and class discrimination. It is also a glimpse into some historical aspects of England centuries ago and the antiquated notions that were held at the time.

Charlotte Bronte tells an amazing story about a woman who faces issues of respect in an era when women were not permitted to stand up to society. Eventually Jane finds an employer that supports her but the shadowy and ominous Mr. Rochester, hides a dreadful secret that threatens Jane’s happiness.

Reviewer:Shannon Thompson - October 13, 2016Subject:Jane Eyre This classic is given to us by a truly gifted reader, Ms. Elizabeth Klett. Her command of the English language is a wonderful complement to Charlotte Brontë's powerful skills of writing. I have encountered only a handful of readers who bring the written word to life in a thoroughly enjoyable manner. I shall search for other titles that Ms. Klett has read, based entirely on the pleasure derived from her characterizations exclusively. Thank you, thank you for your generosity to listeners everywhere!

Reviewer:Cathrine - September 19, 2016Subject:EverdilineYou gave the book life. I read the book before, but while reading along with you Elizabeth, the story took on a whole new meaning and dimension.Thank You.

Reviewer:MICHELLE - July 29, 2016Subject:Great!Loved the story - Great Narration

Reviewer:Colson - July 25, 2016Subject:ErrorIn chapter 15 there in an error in which she reads: "I must pay a visit to the second story" said by mr rochester, it should read "third story"

Reviewer:Tamels - July 15, 2016Subject:Jane eyreThis is a really long book. Several times I stopped the book to read another book because there are times when I tends to drag and gets a bit gloomy. It does however have to twist and turns to it and it is a a beautifully written book.

Reviewer:Sam - July 10, 2016Subject:AwesomeJust want to thank you for your contributions and make all these extraordinary novels alive and easily accessible to us in your melodious voice. Thankyou Elizabeth.

July 3, 2016my computer played it well

Reviewer:Nisha - June 30, 2016Subject:narratorI think I love all the books that Elizabeth read!!

Reviewer:faranak....iran - June 25, 2016Fantastic reader Thanks

Reviewer:elena rosa - June 23, 2016Subject:jane eyrei really like the author books and Actually there is a movie about this novel

May 24, 2016none of the books are playing

Reviewer:Una - May 22, 2016Subject:WowBrilliant narration that really brought the story to life. And what a story! Thank you Ms Klett

Reviewer:Andrew - April 14, 2016Subject:Jane Eyre Elizabth KlettBravo!!!!!! I applaude you Elizabeth and thank you most sincerely for your great work, you made Jane Eyre a delight and a gift. Every good wish and continued success.

Reviewer:Liz - March 15, 2016Subject:Wonderful.I've finally gotten around to reading this classic and am so happy I did. The narrator is really what did it for me. She breathed life into the characters.

Reviewer:Michaela Watson - February 24, 2016Subject:Fantastic!To be honest, I got very behind on my class assignments, and used this to catch up. This was probably the best decision I made. I was able to finish the novel in only a few days and very much enjoyed it.

Reviewer:Kerry Underhill - January 17, 2016Subject:Jane EyreA wonderful story brought to life by the fantastic narrator. A gentle and emotive Jane with her commanding but not aggressive Mr Rochester was a delight to listen to. Excellent English accent too (I'm English myself), I shall be looking for more titles read by the reader of this version.

Reviewer:katie - December 13, 2015This reader is INCREDIBLE. Thank you for bringing this story to life!!!

Reviewer:Kristine - December 1, 2015Subject:FantasticMarvelous story, impeccable narration really brings it to life

Reviewer:K Squared - November 5, 2015Subject:Great reading of a great bookThis is a book I had heard a lot about over the years but never read it. I downloaded it was great. The reader was awesome and brought the book alive. It seemed to come from Jane herself!

Reviewer:Kimberly - October 13, 2015I have a hard time getting into the classics but the way that Elizabeth reads this just as she read Pride and Prejudice I just could not stop listening/reading. Absolutely wonderful!

Reviewer:Jenn Bates - September 22, 2015Subject:Thoroughly enjoyableLove this story and the narration was EXCELLENT!

Reviewer:katerina - September 22, 2015Subject:lovegreat story with great narration!

Reviewer:S - July 19, 2015Subject:Wowthis books is very well written with a great voice in the background

Reviewer:Patricia - June 26, 2015Subject:Great Book! Great Narrator!!This is a great piece of literature that is brought to life by Elizabeth Klett. She makes Jane Eyre come to life. Great Work Elizabeth!!!

Reviewer:Patricia - June 25, 2015Subject:Elizabeth KlettElizabeth is the best reader I have ever heard. She IS Jane Eyre and makes this novel LIVE and BREATHE.....great work Elizabeth!!!!

Reviewer:Abudayyeh - April 2, 2015One of the books I have heard yet. Amazing book and more than amazing narration.

Reviewer:yesica - March 24, 2015Subject:great book!the book is fascinating and I loved the narrator's voice!

Reviewer:Elizabeth - November 18, 2014Subject:Elizabeth KlettEvery time I read Jane Eyre on my own. I now hear Elizabeths voice.

November 14, 2014Beatiful from start to end, and the bbc series also beautiful :) I recommend it

Reviewer:Wendy Watson - October 28, 2014This was a fantastic book, and bought to life by ELIZABETH KLETT.

Reviewer:shri - October 28, 2014Subject:janeeyreI was searching for a good audio book and this was great. Thank you so much. Keep doing the good work.

Reviewer:jeff - September 23, 2014great reader, as well as a good story behind it

Reviewer:Jane Eyre - September 17, 2014Wonderful from start to finish. Eliz. Klett read it so well that I lost myself in this wonderful story. Thank you.

Reviewer:Anon - September 4, 2014Subject:BrilliantI tried reading the book before but found the language hard to understand and gave up. I got through this audio version in just a few weeks! Elizabeth did a great job in bringing the characters to life. Thank you!

Reviewer:Sandy - September 4, 2013Subject:FantasticElizabeth Klett's reading is amazing- the voices she uses are distinct, but not contrived or awkward. Her reading made me absorbed in Jane Eyre, and love the book even more. Great work!

Reviewer:Tara - August 23, 2013The book is read way, way too fast, in my opinion.

Reviewer:Rafael - July 7, 2013Amazing!! Awesome recording. I wish I could read as naturally as Elizabeth Klett. I am a big fan from Brazil!!

Reviewer:Eva - June 30, 2013Beautiful, just beautiful production of this book.

Reviewer:Jimmy - June 21, 2013Subject:Terrific!Having missed this book in schooling I decide I should at least listen to this book. Elizabeth's accents, vocal inflections and French acumen for Adele's character brought the story to light. Wonderful recording.

Reviewer:Alyssa - June 10, 2013Subject:Wonderful, thank youI have to read the book for a class I'm taking and found this website quite by accident. This is an excellent reading to Jane Eyre.

Reviewer:I Faye - May 29, 2013Love her voice!!

Reviewer:MummyBH - May 12, 2013Subject:Beautiful recordingA little too fast for me, but that is being picky. I have never read the book and Elizabeth Klett immersed me in Jane's life. Her character voices were perfect.

Reviewer:Gerard - April 9, 2013Subject:Brings the book to lifeListened enraptured to the first three chapters. Can't wait to hear some more.

Reviewer:Dammi Holbourne - April 7, 2013Subject:Jane EyreI love the way the story is read, so clear and soft, please don't change the reader.

Reviewer:epmason - March 27, 2013Subject:Wonderful narration!I was so impressed with the narration of Elizabeth Klett. She brings every character to life and makes what could have been a dense read easy to understand and fun to listen along to. Thank you, Elizabeth!

Reviewer:Christin - March 20, 2013This is an excellent reading of Jane Eyre. Once I started, I found excuses to do household chores while listening.

Reviewer:Aude - March 13, 2013Subject:Jane EyreThanks Elizabeth for this beautiful reading of Jane Eyre. Your voice is very sweet and perfect for Jane. At the beginning I was a little surprised by the tone for Rochester's speaking , I felt it was too pompous. But I must acknowledge you did very well the different tones and voices of the characters. I wanted very much to hear the novel in English. I am French and I can tell you the sentences in French (from Adèle and others) are very well enunciated, with a good accent.

Reviewer:Nicolas - March 10, 2013Subject:AudioElizabeth Clet has a BEAUTIFUL voice, great job

Reviewer:George - March 8, 2013Subject:...Splendid! Such a lovely voice! And such a fantastic interpretation of the text, turning it to life with pitch and emotion!

Reviewer:Meta - February 20, 2013Subject:AudioOMG! She sounds like an angel...love her voice..!

Reviewer:Julie - February 15, 2013Subject:Book review The reader of this book is amazing. However this book is very depressing to listen to. I got to chapter 29 and I could not listen to it anymore.

Reviewer:Anna - February 14, 2013Subject:Jane EyreThe reader did an amazing job at bringing this book to life.

Reviewer:Andy - January 29, 2013Subject:Jane EyreI'm not sure whether I'm supposed to be reviewing the book or the narrator here, but I just had to go out of my way to compliment the narrator. Awesome job! She brings the story to life. Anyone on the fence about downloading this one, just go for it, you're in for a real treat.

Reviewer:Debra - January 25, 2013Subject:Jane EyreDelightful! I couldn't stop listening! The reader does an excellent job; I would like to find more of her recordings.

Reviewer:KA - January 7, 2013Subject:Jane Eyre I may just read it again now. Lovely story, excellent reader. Thank you.

Reviewer:B. - December 24, 2012Subject:AMAZING!!!This is THE best book I have ever read so far i was completely lost in its charm I hope all books are half this good.

Reviewer:Julia - December 23, 2012Subject:Jane EyreThank you, very helpful to listen book for learning English. I'm very glad to find this site. 5 stars!

Reviewer:anu - December 17, 2012Subject:Jane EyreWow amazing story

Reviewer:Giles Hayes - December 14, 2012Subject:Excellent reader and amazing bookWould love RO be able to see other books read by the same reader.

Reviewer:Vera - December 13, 2012Subject:Thank you!!!Wonderful book and great reader!

Reviewer:Annette - November 29, 2012Subject:Perfect audiobookI had always had a special love for Jane Eyre ever since i was little. I have seen all the TV adaptations of the novel and was thrilled when i found it in the form of an audiobook here. Jane Eyre is definitely a must read for all the romantic and sensitive souls out there. The reader, Elizabeth Klett was wonderful as always. I enjoyed it a great deal, therefore I recommend it without second thought.

Reviewer:YogaBunny - October 31, 2012Subject:Wonderful book!Elizabeth Klett does a fabulous job reading Jane Eyre, she brings this classic novel to life. Her reading voice is very easy to listen to and she perfectly embodies each character from the book with ease and fluidity. My favourite so far from this website.

Reviewer:Annette - October 28, 2012Subject:Jane EyreMagnificent book! Excellent reader! Jane Eyre has always been my all-time favourite novel. I don't know how many times I've read it and I must admit that this recording was brlliant from every aspect. Congratulations to Elizabeth Klett for pulling this through so wonderfully. I highly reccomend it to all.